Barback

PROOF OF THE PUDDING•Mississippi State, MS

83d•$12 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

Proof of the Pudding is a chef-led hospitality company delivering food and beverage experiences at some of North America’s most complex sports, entertainment, cultural, and live-event venues. Founded in Atlanta in 1979, Proof has built a national reputation for doing hospitality differently — from-scratch cooking at scale, hyper-local sourcing, and a partnership-first approach that treats clients as collaborators, not contracts. The company serves professional and collegiate sports venues, convention centers, cultural institutions, and large-scale destination events across the United States and Internationally. Proof of the Pudding, the premier food service provider for all Premium and Suites Hospitality locations at Mississippi State University, is seeking enthusiastic Barbacks to support beverage setup and service operations in game day suites during football, basketball, and other events. This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent; additional certification in mixology or hospitality is a plus.
Minimum of two years’ experience in the role of a Barback.
Be the legal age to serve alcohol.
Strong knowledge of bar menu items and stocking.
Must be exceedingly responsible and accountable.
Knowledge of upscale/VIP service styles required.
Must live near Starkville, MS.
Excellent listening and communication skills.
Ability to perform physical tasks, such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 40 lbs.
Renowned time management and organization skills.
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs.
The ability to work alone and as a team.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
Maintain good grooming and personal hygiene.
Must have impeccable integrity for the business, the community, and the Proof of the Pudding team.

Nice To Haves

additional certification in mixology or hospitality is a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for both pre & post bar set-up/breakdown responsibilities.
Begins shift earlier than the rest of the bartender team to pull all items needed for bar.
Pulls all products (alcoholic and non) needed specifically for each night’s event.
Gets team and product organized for rollout to venue floor and set-up.
Ensure that all items are at the bar in time for the event to begin.
Responsible for opening and closing inventory of product.
Assist Bartenders with replenishment during shift.
Remains pro-active in assisting bartender(s) with shortages.
Bussing and keeping bar completely free of trash and glassware during event.
Refilling ice bins.
Performs other related duties as required.